An amazing read,written by a second generation, Holocaust survivor,about her mother's life in Auschwitz.
The book is a true story,but written with more of a novel flair,which makes for easier reading.
Her mother was sent there at the age of fifteen,a survivor of untold horrors & was finally liberated by the Russians.
She went on to meet a wonderful man,raised a beautiful family & had many grandchildren.
They are living out there remaining lives in Israel.

Non-fiction memoir of a 16-year-old girl, Sara, and her family and their experience in Auschwitz.

This was hard to read most of the time, seeing what Sara went through being separated from her family and everything about Auschwitz/this time period in general.

Sara's daughter, Eti, takes over telling the story from the perspective of a second-generation Holocaust survivor.

It's amazing to see the strength, faith and determination displayed throughout the life of Sara and also Eti using recollections of the past and from a current view. I liked the dual perspectives and timeline of then & now.

A moving, must read book!

This isn’t a book I would typically go for, but wow it gave me the chills. I’m so glad I requested an ARC of this. It’s heartbreaking, but true and it’s a reminder of how brutal life can be. I can’t rate this anything but 5 stars

Once you start reading, you will not want to put the book down. Imagine being 16 and your whole life as you knew it vanishes. Sara like so many children and
adult Jews. Experienced horrific unfair treatment at the hands of one mans evilness. The survivors I can only imagine what trails and tribulations they went through. I can only imagine what it would feel like to be the only survivor of your family. Having to start over because you have nothing.

I received an advanced copy of this book from Harper 360 via NetGalley.

In the midst of the chaos and horror of Auschwitz, 16-year-old Jewish girl Sara Leibovits and her family face a devastating fate. Separated from her loved ones, Sara experiences unimaginable pain and hardships during her time in the Death Camp. Despite the atrocities, she holds onto her family's values of courage, faith, and kindness. This poignant true story also intertwines with the narrative of Sara's daughter, Eti, seventy years later, who gives voice to the second generation and completes the narrative of Holocaust survivors. The story highlights the enduring strength and resilience of those affected by one of history's darkest chapters.

Leibovits skillfully captures the profound sadness of this historical period, and I was deeply moved by Sara's incredible strength and resilience as depicted in the book. Despite the immense challenges she faced, Sara's determination and courage shone through, inspiring admiration and awe.

Thank you Net Galley and Harper 360 for a copy of The Girl who Survived Auschwitz for an honest review.

This is a nonfiction memoir Abita the author Sara Leibovits. It has dual timelines. Sara is a 16 year old Jewish girl who survives Auschwitz, but like many, lost her family. The current Timeline shows her life now and how her experience shaped her life.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.
Nonfiction books about WWII, especially the books written by survivors of Auschwitz, are always so harrowing to read.
I like how the authors added short chapters of the daughters experience of growing up and learning her mother's story.

Sarah Leibovitz courageously shares her vivid memories of surviving the holocaust against all odds. At only 15 years old, she was ripped from her home, forced into a ghetto, and later sent to Auschwitz. As the only surviving member of her family in the death camp, she was determined to live, no matter what the Nazis put her through. She cheated death many times, with her faith in God intact, to see liberation, move forward with her life, and fulfill her father’s dream of living in Israel. Sara believes the best revenge she can have is to testify to what she witnessed and raise her family as proof that the Nazis did not win. She endured the worst humanity can offer, yet still she remains full of optimism and hope that ultimately good triumphs over evil. Once you start reading, it is impossible to stop until the very end.
A unique addition to this book is occasional chapters by Sara’s youngest daughter Eti Elboim. Eti discusses being raised by holocaust survivors and the effect of their suffering on the descendants. She has dedicated her life to keeping her mother’s story alive so that current and future generations will not forget and this dark history will never be repeated. I appreciated her reminisces of her childhood and showing a side of trauma that is often overlooked.
The Girl Who Survived Auschwitz is very engaging and thought provoking. The author remembers many details, even after more than 70 years. I appreciate the opportunity to review this book and thank the authors for being open and honest about themselves and their family. It is a must read.
*I received a complimentary copy of this e-book from NetGalley and Harper 360. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I received a copy of "The Girl Who Survived Auschwitz from NetGalley. Sara or "Suri" was taken from her home with her family, her father, mother, and five younger siblings. They were forced to ride a train with hundreds of other Jewish victims and transported to Auschwitz. They were instantly separated and Suri had no idea what became of her family. She was forced to work all day in horrible conditions. She faced starvation and cruelty. For one year Auschwitz was her "prison for being a Jewish person" at the end she was forced on a March to Germany. When finally rescued by the Russians she was near death. She was told she would never be able to have children because of the tortures she endured in Auschwitz. This is her recollections before she died told to her three daughters who helped her put together this memoir before she died. Like all books that are about the Holocaust, this is difficult to read knowing the horrors this young girl who was only two months shy of sixteen when she was forced to go to Auschwitz.

Unfortunately I just couldn’t get past the atrocities in this book!

~This book was given by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

The true life story of a woman who survived Auschwitz, This book shows how close to real life all the fiction stories about the victims of the Holocaust.